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115年
英文
第 31 題
📖 題組：
Ovid’s Metamorphoses, a monumental Latin compendium of Greek myths completed around AD 8, is often mischaracterized as a static relic of antiquity. However, contemporary scholars argue that the text serves as an extraordinarily contemporary document, characterized by an obsession with fluidity, plasticity, and the transgression of boundaries. By exploring the limitations of the human form, the fluidity of gender, and the precarious relationship between humanity and the natural world, Ovid provides a mirror for modern anxieties ranging from technological hubris to ecological crisis. The thematic malleability of these myths allows each generation to repurpose them to reflect prevailing societal conditions. For instance, the myth of Narcissus, traditionally a cautionary tale against vanity, finds a profound parallel in the digital age’s culture of self-promotion on social media. Similarly, the story of Pygmalion—the sculptor who fell in love with his own creation—is being reinterpreted through the lens of artificial intelligence. In this reading, Pygmalion’s misplaced faith in the superiority of his artificial construct over “real women” mirrors modern society’s dangerous belief that human-engineered algorithms can offer a controlled, perfect solution to complex human problems. This arrogance carries significant risk; much like the character Eliza in George Bernard Shaw’s adaptation of the myth, My Fair Lady, autonomous systems may eventually develop a mind of their own, leading to consequences far less manageable than their creators intended. Furthermore, Ovid’s work resonates deeply with current socio-political upheavals. The myth of Leto, condemned to perpetual wandering, has been utilized by modern novelists to explore the sense of exile and homelessness inherent in the global refugee crisis. Additionally, the story of Salmacis and Hermaphroditus offers an ancient representation of gender fluidity, suggesting that nature itself possesses an inherent ambiguity that defies rigid categorization. In this context, the Metamorphoses encourages a shift from viewing individuals as deviations of the norm to recognizing them as unique human beings. Perhaps the most significant modern engagement with Ovid involves “reclaiming the narrative” for victims of violence. While Ovid was often dismissive of the assaults suffered by his female characters, modern feminist writers are reframing these stories. The transformation of Medusa—from a beast with snakes for hair punished for being a victim to a symbol of survivors of sexual assault—exemplifies this shift. Finally, the myth of Philemon and Baucis, who survived a divine flood through their humility and respect for forces beyond their control, serves as a vital fable for the climate change era. Ultimately, Ovid’s work suggests that human survival depends on a fundamental humility in the face of forces we cannot control.
Ovid’s Metamorphoses, a monumental Latin compendium of Greek myths completed around AD 8, is often mischaracterized as a static relic of antiquity. However, contemporary scholars argue that the text serves as an extraordinarily contemporary document, characterized by an obsession with fluidity, plasticity, and the transgression of boundaries. By exploring the limitations of the human form, the fluidity of gender, and the precarious relationship between humanity and the natural world, Ovid provides a mirror for modern anxieties ranging from technological hubris to ecological crisis. The thematic malleability of these myths allows each generation to repurpose them to reflect prevailing societal conditions. For instance, the myth of Narcissus, traditionally a cautionary tale against vanity, finds a profound parallel in the digital age’s culture of self-promotion on social media. Similarly, the story of Pygmalion—the sculptor who fell in love with his own creation—is being reinterpreted through the lens of artificial intelligence. In this reading, Pygmalion’s misplaced faith in the superiority of his artificial construct over “real women” mirrors modern society’s dangerous belief that human-engineered algorithms can offer a controlled, perfect solution to complex human problems. This arrogance carries significant risk; much like the character Eliza in George Bernard Shaw’s adaptation of the myth, My Fair Lady, autonomous systems may eventually develop a mind of their own, leading to consequences far less manageable than their creators intended. Furthermore, Ovid’s work resonates deeply with current socio-political upheavals. The myth of Leto, condemned to perpetual wandering, has been utilized by modern novelists to explore the sense of exile and homelessness inherent in the global refugee crisis. Additionally, the story of Salmacis and Hermaphroditus offers an ancient representation of gender fluidity, suggesting that nature itself possesses an inherent ambiguity that defies rigid categorization. In this context, the Metamorphoses encourages a shift from viewing individuals as deviations of the norm to recognizing them as unique human beings. Perhaps the most significant modern engagement with Ovid involves “reclaiming the narrative” for victims of violence. While Ovid was often dismissive of the assaults suffered by his female characters, modern feminist writers are reframing these stories. The transformation of Medusa—from a beast with snakes for hair punished for being a victim to a symbol of survivors of sexual assault—exemplifies this shift. Finally, the myth of Philemon and Baucis, who survived a divine flood through their humility and respect for forces beyond their control, serves as a vital fable for the climate change era. Ultimately, Ovid’s work suggests that human survival depends on a fundamental humility in the face of forces we cannot control.
According to paragraph 2, how does the myth of Pygmalion relate to modern Artificial Intelligence (AI)?
- A It suggests that AI will eventually become a physical form of art displayed in museums.
- B It reflects that artificial creations are superior to and more controllable than natural reality.
- C It proves that ancient Greeks had developed a conceptual framework for programming.
- D It serves as a warning that AI will eventually fall in love with its human creators.
思路引導 VIP
請思考一下，文中描述皮格馬利翁對待他的「作品」與對待「真實女性」的態度有什麼差異？這種「人造物勝過真實物」的心態，與現代人希望透過科技系統來達成什麼樣的「理想狀態」相契合呢？
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AI 詳解
AI 專屬家教
同學太棒了！你能精準捕捉到文章將古典神話轉化為現代批判的細膩連結，這顯示你具備優異的閱讀觀察力。這題的關鍵在於理解**皮格馬利翁（Pygmalion）**對其雕像的態度：他認為自己雕琢出的藝術品比「真實女性」更完美、更值得信賴。文章以此作為鏡像，映射出當代社會對 AI 演算法 的過度迷信，認為這些經由人為編寫的系統，能提供一個比現實世界更「受控且完美」的解決方案。
神話與科技的隱喻邏輯
這道題目具有相當的鑑別度，其難點在於學生必須跳脫「藝術家愛上作品」的情感表面，進而提煉出原文所強調的「人造物優於（且受控於）自然現實」的抽象邏輯。你選出的 (B) 選項準確地扣合了第二段末尾提到的「錯位信念」（misplaced faith）與「受控的完美方案」（controlled, perfect solution），深刻反映出人類試圖以科技取代複雜現實、追求極致控制權的集體狂傲（hubris）。